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Originally Posted by Kato
Good stuff Dave,
A bit more information on it from my research:
1. Lowering springs on the older models affected suspension geometry requiring the roll center kit. It will need to be confirmed if this is required for the new models.
2. Exhausts for the new models are still coming, so for the moment there are no 'cheap' options. So be prepared for a ass raping of a price.
3. Stock ECU re-tuning options are the best bang for buck. Alternatevly try Motec or Autronics.
4. The best bang for buck modification would be sway bars in my opinion. Stock ride height is good (no crab crawling around shopping centers) and with sways you get decent handling too. |
A few notes on the above:
1. Roll centre kit isn't a must on older...it is a matter of choice and doesn't suit all driving styles.
2. MMS are doing WRX and STI exhausts...locally hand crafted so not as cheap as China but they are 100% top quality. Expect to pay (inc) $1995 for WRX and $2250 for STI.
3. Only reflash available atm is ECUTek. Unsure as to whether MoTeC or Autronic are available in '08 (certainly not STI) spec yet.
4. Swaybars on (softer) OE MY08 springs may not improve things...in fact may make it lift rear wheels.
Whiteline have done a fair bit of testing on the MY08 WRX...there are plenty of articles around. With STI, Whiteline will release the "Black Box" to allow better control of VDC, TC and DCCD.